LUL Trains, RMT Executive decisions
Tube Review Recommended Into Designation Of 'Signal Passed At Danger' incidents
Submitted by Peter2 on 31 May, 2013 - 02:30
We note that London Underground Ltd dismissed Train Operator James Masango in 2011, before a strong response from this union achieved his reinstatement. We note that RMT complained to the Office of Rail Regulation: firstly, about James’ alleged responsibility for the SPAD; and secondly, that James had been compelled to drive when unfit to do so.
We note the report from HM Principal Inspector of Railways Keith Atkinson in response to our complaint, which found that:
- “the case of James Masango’s alleged SPAD does not appear to have been handled in the systematic manner I would have expected from LU”
- “there is undoubtedly room for more structured arrangement between managers and their staff for ensuring clear understanding of an individual’s fitness or otherwise to operate trains”
Piccadilly Line Dispute Latest
Submitted by Peter2 on 24 May, 2013 - 01:54
Referring to decision GWW 21st May 2013. The meeting has now taken place and we note the report from our Regional Organiser regarding the substantial progress made and that the recommendation of our negotiating team is that we should regard this dispute resolved due to the following points:
SPAD Policy
Piccadilly Line Drivers Return Massive Yes For Strike
Submitted by Peter2 on 19 May, 2013 - 18:41
BREACHES OF AGREEMENTS AND FAILURE TO ADDRESS REASONABLE CONCERNS – DRIVERS - PICCADILLY LINE – LONDON UNDERGROUND
That we note the ballot result is as follows:-
Are you willing to take strike action?
Total votes cast ...203...
Number voting “Yes” ...182...(89.7%)............
Number voting “No” ....21.................
Spoilt Papers .....0...............
Drivers Vote For Strike Action Across the Sub Surface Railway
Submitted by Peter2 on 19 May, 2013 - 03:18
S STOCK ISSUES – LONDON UNDERGROUND
That we note the ballot results are as follows:-
Are you willing to take action short of strike action (Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan
line drivers)?
Total votes cast ...85................
Number voting “Yes”...80...(94.1%)............
Number voting “No”...5.................
Spoilt Papers...0.................
Are you willing to take strike action (Hammersmith and Edgware Road drivers)?
Total votes cast...49...............
Number voting “Yes”...41...(83.7%).............
Sub Surface Lines Tube Drivers To Be Balloted For Industrial Action
Submitted by admin on 19 April, 2013 - 02:57We note the report from our Regional Organiser and the correspondence from our Hammersmith and City branch and our LUL Trains Council representatives.
We note that there are several serious problems concerning the introduction of the S Stock, itemised in previous GGC decisions and including inadequate preparation time and cross-line working. We reaffirm our stance that the introduction of new stock must not be a pretext for attacks on safety standards or working conditions.
RMT Seeks Members View On jubilee Dispute Offer
Submitted by admin on 16 April, 2013 - 03:56
We note the correspondence from London Underground Ltd outlining its proposed settlement of this dispute, and instruct the General Secretary to obtain and place in front of us a report as to whether this represents a satisfactory outcome for our members.
London Transport Regional Council and branches to be advised. Jubilee South branch to be advised by personal letter.
Piccadilly Line Drivers Balloted As 'Management Are Riding Roughshod Over Agreements'
Submitted by admin on 10 April, 2013 - 18:34We note the report from our Regional Organiser and the resolution from our Finsbury Park branch.
We note that it is the unanimously-held view of our drivers' representatives and branch officers on the Piccadilly line that the union should ballot Piccadilly line drivers for strike action without delay.
Our representatives believe that the line's management are riding roughshod over agreements and for some time appear to have been deliberately misinterpreting policy on SPADs, holistic reports and attendance, particularly at Arnos Grove.
Jubilee Line Strike Suspended Following Progress At ACAS Talks
Submitted by admin on 29 March, 2013 - 06:44We note the report from our lead officer, and welcome the progress made at ACAS talks.
Accordingly, we instruct the General Secretary to suspend our strike action beginning at 00:01 on Tuesday 2 April.
A report is to be placed in front of us as to whether the dispute is fully resolved within time to allow strike action to be called should it not be resolved.
RMT Calls For Urgent Discussion Over Missing Bonus Payment
Submitted by admin on 23 March, 2013 - 02:00
We note the correspondence from London Underground Ltd attempting to justify the non-payment of the end-of-year £100 CSS bonus to staff. None of the documentation provided by the company shows this union agreeing to, or even being advised of, this policy.
We instruct the General Secretary to table this for urgent discussion at LUL Company Council and to seek the support of the other LUL trade unions for the restoration of this £100 stolen from our members by their employer.
RMT In Dispute As LUL Tries To Change Rules With Introduction Of New Trains
Submitted by admin on 11 March, 2013 - 23:39
We note the report from our Trains Council representatives, and note the following issues regarding
London Underground’s new S stock:
- the inadequate time allowance for the drivers’ train preparation
- cross-line working by C&H drivers on the Metropolitan line under the new timetable to be introduced in May
- the removal of train maintenance at Hammersmith depot and the impact of this on train movement
- the length of time between drivers being trained and actually driving the new trains
- the absence of Defective In Service Instructions (DISI) for the S stock
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